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NJ S3815
Bill
Status
3/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Nicholas Scutari
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AI Summary
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Requires the Secretary of State to launch a public awareness campaign within 60 days explaining how USPS postmark dates may differ from the actual mailing date and the potential impact on mail-in ballot validity.
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Campaign must inform voters that mail-in ballots postmarked after election day will not be counted, even if deposited before election day, and that voters can request free manual postmarks at post offices or use ballot drop boxes.
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Directs the Secretary of State to collaborate with all county boards of elections within 90 days to assess ballot drop box placement and usage, ensuring locations meet voter needs.
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Requires submission of a report with findings and recommendations to the Governor and Legislature regarding any necessary changes to drop box number and location requirements.
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Appropriates $100,000 from the General Fund to the Department of State to develop and implement the public awareness campaign.
Legislative Description
Establishes public awareness campaign concerning federal rules for US Postal Service postmark and its effect on mail-in ballots; directs Secretary of State to evaluate adequacy of mail-in ballot drop box placement and usage; appropriates $100,000.
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
3/5/2026